Every night, she brought dinner to Leonard. But one evening, her world crumbled. Opening the door, she saw Leonard with his secretary on his lap, about to kiss. The sight stabbed her heart.
Memories of her 18th birthday flooded back, when she sat on his lap, blushing as he whispered the same words he now said to the secretary. She had given him her first time, but in five years, she'd been replaced. A bitter laugh escaped her.
Leonard barely glanced at her. The secretary tried to apologize, but Leonard silenced her with a kiss. Disgusted, the protagonist said, "Let's get a divorce," and left, tossing the dinner.
Outside, the fresh air made her feel alive. No one came after her; they thought she was bluffing. Leonard, a business tycoon, believed she couldn't survive without him as an actress with resources he provided.
In his office, the secretary worried, but Leonard was confident she'd return. She packed her few belongings, five years of her youth in a small suitcase.
Leaving, heavy snow fell. Lost in thought, she almost got hit by a speeding car. But a Maybach crashed into the oncoming vehicle, saving her. The Maybach's owner was Edward, an old admirer.
"Small world," he said. She was embarrassed about his damaged car, but he was calm. After handling the situation, he offered her a ride in another car.
At her shabby rented apartment, the contrast with the luxurious car was stark. She thanked him and went inside. Lying on the couch, she realized Leonard hadn't noticed her leaving.
The next day, Leonard texted, "Still mad?" She didn't reply. Then he texted about a dinner and picking her up. She coldly refused, saying he had someone more suitable. When he offered to have the secretary buy her something, she replied that she wanted him gone from her life.
This novel explores her journey from heartbreak to newfound determination. Will she escape Leonard's hold? How will their story unfold? Find out in this emotional tale of love, betrayal, and self - discovery.
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